Mayalief

Writing this post has been more difficult than I ever could have imagined. I’ve written, re-written, deleted, started again, edited and refreshed… I’ve been on the verge of crying pretty much throughout, all while battling with myself… Why is talking about our miscarriage still so difficult for me? After 5 years and 3 beautiful kids, why are all my emotions still so close to the surface? Why do I still feel guilty? Why is making sense of miscarriage such a…

We started our May #momspiration series with 5 gorgeous #girlmoms, last week we featured some cool #boymoms and today I need to say thank you to a few #mombosses with the biggest hearts in the world! In preparation for Mother’s Day I knew I wanted to spoil my fellow sisters in motherhood. Celebrating them, just for being mothers. For putting all of their love into raising their little ones. Motherhood is a blessing and a privilege but it takes a…

It’s May and with Mother’s Day right around the corner, (like just over a week away), it’s time to get those spoils for mama sorted! I know there are tons of cute DIY crafts on Pinterest and breakfast in bed is always a winner but I won’t lie, getting a special gift to unwrap is never a bad thing… Something sentimental or maybe something fabulous to remind mom how special she is and how much everyone cares. That “something” mom…

I have been part of some wonderful campaigns but never has one been so close to my heart as the #lovemoreZA movement. It all started with a WhatsApp and a play date… I’ve always admired Michelle, the mama maker and creative force behind Mayalief. We met many years ago at the Flair Baby Market and what started out as a customer relationship soon became a friendship. We share similar values and a passion for our families and mothering. Working together…

Now that we’ve got the babies and toddlers covered it’s time to move on to the Pre-Schoolers. It’s not easy finding proudly South African handmade goods that are also pre-schooler approved but we have some good ones sure to put a smile on those “big kid’s” faces… This is our Pre-schoolers Christmas Wish List! Books, books books! Reading is fun at any age but also very important! Pre-schoolers want to start reading themselves. It’s also the age where they can…

Yesterday we shared Baby’s Christmas Wish list, today is all about the toddlers! Probably the easiest and hardest crowd to please… There are loads of options available, now just to make sure everything chosen is fun, durable and “in” with the 1-3year old crowd. So what will you find in our Toddler Christmas Wish List Giveaway? Our number 1: A FirstBIKE balance bike! Starting from age 2 a balance bikes is the perfect first bike for your child helping them…

It’s that time of year again… A time for giving and spreading joy! We have partnered with a few of our favourite proudly South African baby brands to bring you 3 amazing giveaways on Instagram. The 1st being our Baby’s Christmas Wish List Giveaway! One lucky Instagram follower will walk away with a pretty By Roeline & Co.DIY Christmas Sack filled to the brim with the best in baby gifts. Perfect for any little one. So what’s inside the sack…? First…

is a space for Mammas by a Mamma. Intended to inspire, motivate and be helpful. No judgement or expert advice - just gorgeous photo shoots, fun celebrations, great finds for mamma and baby, inspirational moms I have come across, places to go and vacations to have, as well as my own journey of motherhood and family life.

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